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Review by Yana

"great voice instructor

highly recommended, reliable, professional with good communication skills"

Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Michael C.

Review by Will

"Great Lessons!!

I'm in 10th grade and am trying to get into college for classical guitar. Dave is an amazing teacher! He is very good at teaching techniq

ues and sends you an email after each lesson with everything you covered which is great in case you forget something you worked on in the lesson. He is very nice and makes learning classical guitar fun!!!"

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Buffalo, NY teacher:
David G.

Review by Abby

"Nice To Work With

I have been taking lessons with Lena for about one month. I appreciate her in-depth knowledge of theory, and her ability to provide me

with exercises to help me improve in my weaker areas. Our lessons are enjoyable and have enough flexibility that I can focus on learning what interests me."

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New York, NY teacher:
Lena L.

Review by Anne

"Great teacher

Very very good uke teacher. He goes the extra thousand miles. When I give him my songsheet of what I want to learn He already had played it

on his music box to show me the right rhythm. When I got a songsheet that was for guitar he transpose it to ukulele. He listened carefully and give me feedback on how to improve my playing. He showed me the correct finger position for the harder chords and give me ideas of how to practice certain strums. Very nice and professional ! Makes me want to practice my uke more. Thouroughly enjoyable experience !"

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San Diego, CA teacher:
Jason M.

Review by Oscar

"Very Comprehensive

So after my first lesson with Rob I have to say it left a pretty good impression on me. Pretty good vibes coming from him and he makes

the material relatively easy to understand. He takes the time to really assess what it is you're aiming for and doesn't try to impose his own values into your musical style. All in all I feel that this is going to be a great teacher student relationship and I'm looking forward to really delving into mastering my guitar with him."

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New York, NY teacher:
Rob S.

Review by Karly

"Learning a lot!

Kevin is a very knowledgeable, dedicated, patient, flexible, and professional instructor. He is very observant about when to push me to p

ractice more and when to just allow me space to absorb what I've just been taught. And occasionally when I get a little frustrated with my guitar and progress is particularly slow for me we sometimes switch to vocal coaching.Plus I have an incredibly busy work schedule and Kevin has always been very willing to adjust my lesson time as necessary."

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San Diego, CA teacher:
Kevin T.

Review by Ethan

"Matt is very patient. He easily recognizes small adjustments that can be made to help with fundamentals. Matt slowed things down and really explained th

ings in a way to help my son understand. Wonderful horn tutor."

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Houston, TX teacher:
Mateusz J.

Review by Jeannine

"Nanette is an excellent teacher for young people and for seniors. She is very knowledgeable about the instruments she teaches. She is patient and encour

aging. If you are thinking of taking lessons, I would highly recommend Nanette."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Nanette J.

Review by Lorrane

"Glad Maureen is my daughters music teacher!

My 10 year old daughter started taking piano lessons in the Summer, she is now on her 28th lesson.The curric

ulum Maureen has chosen for a beginning pianist has been a wonderful musical journey & very easy for my daughter to follow, along w/her lesson Maureen is also having her learn technics, theory & other music fundamentals to enhance her music skills, my daughter has learned alot already.We've had to change our schedules on several occassions & she has been wonderful and quite flexible in both teaching music and rescheduling appointments.She has been a great support to me as a mom who is new to this art & who is learning the disciplines that come along with it.I trust that what my child is learning from Maureen will hold a lot of substance in her future & I am very satisfied with with the results I'm seeing.I'm glad to have my daughter continue with these lessons & to watch her evolve as Maureen's student."

Popular Music Teachers Near Marion

Max S.

About Max

I am a performing musician who is passionate about helping students achieve their goals. My lessons focus on developing technique, practice strategies, a good sound, aural skills, music theory knowledge, and stylistic fluency.

I currently perform over fifty concerts a year with the Asylum Quartet, an award-winning ensemble acclaimed for virtuosity, creativity, and innovation. I have also performed with the Juilliard Orchestra, the U.S. Coast Guard Band, and International Opera Theater. I hold a Master's in Music from The Hartt School and a Bachelor of Music summa cum laude from Arizona St

ate University (ASU).

I have eight years of private teaching experience working with students of all ages and backgrounds. Additionally, I completed a ten-week private teaching mentorship at the Hartt Community Division with saxophone instructor Sheri Brown.

Though I specialize in saxophone, I also love teaching beginning and intermediate piano.

*** Lesson Scheduling***

I offer lessons on a monthly basis (4 lessons total) or semester basis (17 lessons total). Committing to multiple lessons encourages students’ progress and dedication to the instrument, and enables me to reserve a regular time-slot in my schedule.

I do not accept students on a week-to-week basis.

***Lesson Materials***

Saxophone students must have an instrument in good repair and required accessories (reeds, mouthpiece, etc.). Piano students must have access to a tuned piano or a keyboard with touch-sensitivity. I am happy to recommend instrument and accessory brands; please check with me before a major purchase. Quality, working equipment is critical to students’ success.

I periodically request that students purchase books and other lesson materials.

IMPORTANT: If you are planning to buy a saxophone or mouthpiece, please consult with me first. Having a good quality saxophone and mouthpiece is essential to your success. There are a number of cheap saxophones and mouthpieces readily available, but they are often of poor quality. I can recommend options for your first saxophone or mouthpiece purchase that may be more expensive, but will help you succeed in the long term.

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Reviews

Eric June 10, 2016
Saxophone ·
In home

I am a local band director and have sent several students over to Max. From absolute beginners to your lead player Max tailors an approach that works for each individual. My students love studying with him!

Ben R. January 12, 2016
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

My son gave Max 10 out of 10. He absolutely loved his flexible approach. Thank you Max!!

Lathan A. September 20, 2015
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

Wonderful, engaging and clear. My six year old loved his first lesson and is looking forward to the next one.

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Max S.

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Max S.

West Hartford, CT 06119

(4)

starting at

$39
/ 30-min

Cameron S.

About Cameron

STUDYING WITH ME:

Learning guitar should be interesting and fun! While we're studying all the different aspects of the instrument, you'll also be learning how to play your favorite songs and solos! I approach each student as an individual and structure their lessons according to what I determine they need, as well as what they are interested in musically. I concentrate on many different areas; ear training, theory, playing technique, improvisation, various styles of music, and, the physics of the guitar. Understanding how the instrument works is important in my opinion. My long term goal

is to teach a student how they can teach themselves down the line. Understanding why you’re playing something is just important as knowing how to play it. I aim to give a student rich and well rounded one-on-one time!

GENERAL BIOGRAPHY:

I have been teaching and performing for over a decade both in the US, and in England. I have played in various bands and have produced independent artists. I have worked for a recording studio and for various academic institutions including the Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School in New York city.

I obtained my degree from Purchase College in New York and am a member of their Conservatory of Music.

*** Lesson Details ***I construct lessons for each individual student depending on their musical tastes, goals, and current skill level etc. I want each person to get as much from their time studying with me as possible. Within three to six months, I'll have you working on timing, theory, ear training, improv, and songs/styles of music you may be interested in. I'm laid back, however, I expect at least the minimum practice time between lessons, which I'll change throughout the course of our time together depending on your skill level etc. Practice materials I draw up are included. I write out everything in plain English and do not require the use of sheet music!

*** Specialties ***I concentrate on ear training, improvisation, and explore styles ranging from pop, alternative, rock, prog, and blues, to metal, funk, and folk etc. I do not require sight reading skills for any level of student. Rather, I work with the student with theory and arrangement conventions to really understand the music. This intern, greatly sharpens their musical ear and helps them to learn music much faster because they understand how it is put together; why and how it works, etc.

***Teaching Special Needs***I have experience teaching students who have been visually impaired,blind, hearing impaired, or who have had mild learning disabilities. Iam also comfortable with a student bringing their service dog ortherapy dog to our lessons if they wish.

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Reviews

Kim K. June 12, 2015
Piano ·
In studio Verified Student

I enjoyed my first lesson with Cameron. He explained things clearly so I could understand. Can't wait for my next lesson.

Pat A. February 14, 2013
Guitar

A solid teacher with a lot of experience

Cameron is great at tailoring the lessons to my musical taste without compromising the theory, basics and fundamentals.
I have been taking lessons for one year and will not go elsewhere anytime soon. His vast musical knowledge helps merge the theory with concrete examples. No question remains unanswered.

JimH1 November 17, 2011

great instructor

I've been taking bass lessons from Cameron for a few months now. He's a great instructor. Very knowledgeable, very patient, and puts in time outside our lessons to be prepared to teach or play new material that I am interested in. I always look forward to my lessons. If you're looking for a good bass or guitar teacher (not sure what else he might teach) Cameron is your guy!

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William P.

About William

Hello everyone. I have a bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance from Valley Forge Christian College and I have been performing since I was three years old. I play several instruments and have learned the key skills needed to be a successful musician in any genre. With five years teaching experience and a willingness to learn, I have discovered new ways to help my students become better musicians. I can show you the ways to hone your skills through different drills and practice strategies. Also, I can teach you ways to keep your instrument working at top shape by keeping your physical health in

good condition. I want to teach you what you want to know with a little push to expand your abilities. I can also give you great tips ln running, and help you with your biblical studies. I hope to hear from you soon.

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Reviews

Erica P. August 26, 2016
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

William is very pleasant and welcoming. His method of teaching is exactly what I have been looking for. Can't wait for the next lesson.

Erica P. August 26, 2016
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

William is very pleasant and welcoming. His method of teaching is exactly what I have been looking for. Can't wait for the next lesson.

Rebecca July 16, 2016
Piano ·
In home

William has been a wonderful instructor for our 8 years old. He has been patient and has found ways to both explain music and also make it interesting. Will has even modified complex music to an easy to play version so our son could play a song he loved. His musical growth over the last 7 months has been remarkable and its in large part due to Will's low key, thoughtful, patient approach.

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William P.

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William P.

New Britain, CT 06052

(7)

starting at

$22.50
/ 30-min

Roberta D.

About Roberta

I am classically trained with over 25 years professional singing/acting experience at venues across the country/around the world, including off Broadway, Carnegie Hall and the Sydney, Australia Opera House. I work full time as a musician performing, directing, and giving private voice/acting and piano lessons. My education includes Drew University, the Academia Real in Spain, Hart School of Music and private study.

My teaching for voice & piano focuses on a foundation of correct technique. Vocal range, control, projection and tone quality will improve There is a focus on safeguarding t

he instrument through correct care and use. I can help you improve your singing and meet your goals for auditioning, performing, college admission or just having fun

I accept voice students of all levels and beginner to intermediate piano students. I welcome all ages including adult beginners. Bilingual lessons offered

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Reviews

Teresa A. July 19, 2016
Singing ·
In studio Verified Student

Roberta has such a warm, open, friendly and professional demeanor. I enjoyed every moment of my singing lesson with her. I am grateful and very humbled to be her student. She has such a wealth and experience of knowledge to share. I look forward to seeing her again soon. ☺️

Nathan July 14, 2016
Classical Voice ·
In studio

Roberta is amazing! I went to her for a little more than 3 years for voice (and piano for a little bit) and she is very helpful, skilled, friendly, knowledgable, and fun. She helped me get into my top choice college as a choral music major with a full tuition scholarship and supported me the entire way. Roberta knows how to work with any voice with any level of experience of any age. Not only is Robera a fantastic teacher; she is also very understanding and a great person to talk to. I would highly recommend her to any student in the area.

Gina February 24, 2016
Vocal Training ·
In studio

Roberta is such an amazing teacher and my vocals have gotten so much stronger since my time being taught by her. She's so kind and I highly recommend her to anyone!!

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